Tool and Die Machinist
GF (Georg Fischer) · Shawnee, OK
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 6+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 7 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at GF (Georg Fischer) (industrial) in Shawnee, OK. Assemble, disassemble, and test products to ensure functionality and quality.
- They ask for
- 6+ years
- Tools it names
- CNC, Machining, Welding, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 80 live postings that list pay, out of 1162 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 963 other live manufacturing postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (6+ vs 4+)
Typical $72k–$101k, from 126 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 51%
- ✓ Tooling 39%
- ✓ CNC 28%
- ✓ Machining 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: GF (Georg Fischer) in Shawnee
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Full description from GF (Georg Fischer)As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Perform regular maintenance of machine tools to ensure optimal performance.
- ◆Work closely with engineers and other production staff to ensure that the tools and dies they produce meet the needs of the manufacturing process.
- ◆Read and interpret technical prints to gain a comprehensive understanding of the required parts.
- ◆Use machine tools, welding equipment to manufacture and repair tools, dies, fixtures and other equipment that are used in the production areas.
- ◆Work with close tolerances related to drilling, boring, reaming, milling and turning
- ◆Program and run CNC mill and CNC lathe as required
- ◆Set up and run manual mills and lathes as required.
- ◆Measure finished parts to ensure they meet specifications using precise measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
- ◆Assemble, disassemble, and test products to ensure functionality and quality.
- ◆Inspect finished products for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards
- ◆Follow direction from the General Manager of the PBU or his designee.
- ◆Help support and maintain all 6S standards in the immediate work area and others as needed
- ◆Adhere to all Environmental, Health & Safety rules when operating machinery
- ◆Perform other job-related duties as directed; follow instructions and guidelines
Required Skills/Abilities
- ✓Good working knowledge of metal cutting feeds and speeds, threading terminology, and calculating angles for setting sine bars.
- ✓Able to read and interpret technical prints, sketches, design models, and/or verbal descriptions for planning operational sequences.
- ✓Knowledge of metal and other materials properties.
- ✓Proficiency with computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software is desired
- ✓Good working knowledge of standard shop mathematics
- ✓Understanding of grinding principles and procedures.
- ✓Strong manual dexterity and ability to use hand tools
- ✓Experience with Electrical Discharge Machining is desired
Education and Experience
- ✓High school diploma, preferred
- ✓Technical / Vocational certification in Tool and Die, Manufacturing Technology, machining or related field is desired.
- ✓Minimum of 6 years’ experience in machining
Working Conditions / Physical
Requirements
- ✓Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production areas as well as heat in the summer and cold in the winter
- ✓Must be able to lift 50 lbs. in a safe manner
- ✓Clarity of vision and the ability to focus on a fast and repetitious operation for extended period of time
- ✓Exposure to heavy equipment or components needed to produce product (safety toed shoes required).
- ✓Exposure to sparks, chips, and dust (eye protection required
- ✓Must be able to perform repetitive motion. Examples: walking, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods of time.
- ✓Exposure to machine noise levels (hearing protection required).
- ✓Exposure to electrical and mechanical moving parts.
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Summary
Re spo nsible for the manufacture, repair and input on design of a variety of tools, dies, and specialized parts and devices used in machinery and production equipment. The work involves precise measurements and complex technical plans. Must be able to set up and operate the following equipment: surface grinder, tool and cutter grinder, various manual and CNC milling machines, lathes, saws and any other pieces of equipment that are required to perform the daily tasks.